The Deleon family is still looking fro answer after a car accident killed 29-year-old Kevin Flores. They said they’re still coping with the loss.
“This is just one of the most heartbreaking loses I think our family has suffered,” said Loretta Deleon, Kevin Flores’ Cousin, “It’s just a puzzle as to what’s going on. Why this is an open and closed case because we thought originally it was just an accident. Apparently it’s not anymore.”
Nearly three weeks ago, Flores was killed when his car crashed into a pole near 4th and Toledo. His car crossed lanes of traffic and hit a utility pole. He was the only person in the car, but police are still investigating why his car crashed.
The Deleon family said Kevin worked at KFC since he was 16 with dreams to continue moving up.
“He was really dedicated on his job. He wanted to be a manger. He would always tell me, ‘Oh, I can’t wait until you retire because I’m taking this store.’ I would always be like ‘Okay!'” said Joann Deleon, Kevin Flores’ Aunt.
They were able to raise enough money for Kevin’s funeral, but they want to know how the accident happened before they put him to rest.
“I mean his friends came through in a big way. It just goes to show how loved he really was,” said Loretta.
“Please share it. Please help us find something. Let us know for us to have peace in our heart,” said Joann.
The Deleon family also wants to thank everyone who’s supported them through this hard time.
The following is a press release from Lubbock Police:
Crash Investigators with the Lubbock Police Department are searching for possible witnesses of a deadly crash earlier this month.
Lubbock Police Officers were called to the 4700 block of 4th street, at 2:12 a.m., Thursday, September 6th, following reports that a Chevrolet Impala had crashed into a utility pole.
“He was just so full of life. Like he loved his friends. He loved him family. Everyone that knew Kevin though, knew he loved his mom,” said Loretta.
Police said Flores was going east on 4th street then his car crossed lanes of traffic and hit a utility pole. He was the only
Upon arrival, officers located the driver of the car, 29-year-old Kevin Flores, who was the sole occupant. Flores was pronounced deceased at the scene.
At this time it appears Flores was driving eastbound when the car left the roadway, crossed the center turn lane, as well as the westbound lanes of traffic, and struck a utility pole on the north side of 4th street.
LPD is asking anyone who may have seen the crash or anyone who may have information that could assist in the investigation to call the crash investigator at (806) 775-2757.
(Press release from Lubbock Police)
